1983 Bitter SC vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 177 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volvo |
| Model | SC | S90 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
